Dan J. Harkey

Master Educator | Business & Finance Consultant | Mentor

The American Enterprise

Dan's unique perspective on the economy, the government, and our country's leadership is not commonly found in mainstream media. Designed to enlighten and engage you with what he believes is a refreshing dose of truth, his articles challenge the narratives often presented by mainstream media and encourage critical thinking about the state of our country's enterprise.

Dan offers workarounds and solutions when possible. His aim is to provide actionable solutions to the challenges we may face in these areas.

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The Quality of Skepticism Is a Valuable Trait

Are We Dumbing Down the U.S.A.?

A Data-Driven Look at Declining Achievement and Racial Gaps in American Education

How to live a spiritually based life without flaunting it

Living a spiritually based life without flaunting it is all about authenticity, humility, and quiet consistency.

Quiet Faith in Action:

Real Stories of Spiritual Humility

The Role of Grace in Jesus’ Teaching:

From Spiritual Law to Daily Life

The Ten Commandments:

Meaning, History, and Jesus’ Fulfillment

Open-End vs Closed-End Car Leases:

Key Differences, Pros & Cons with Real-World Examples and Tax Insights

Residual Automobile Value Explained: The Hidden Factor in Car Leasing

Leasing a car often feels like a smart financial move—low monthly payments, little or no money down, and the ability to drive a new vehicle every few years. But behind the attractive numbers lies a critical concept that can significantly affect your total lease costs: residual value.

The Architecture of Institutional Control of the Masses:

Propaganda: Book by Edward Bernays- 1928

“Lapdog”

Bureaucratic Drag: The Silent Killer of Productivity and Profits

Excessive rules, rigid hierarchies, and administrative overload are eroding organizational agility.

Common Sense: Thomas Paine’s Revolutionary Voice

China Doesn’t Need a Ground or Air War to Win the Economic War with America: Part III.

China’s strategy is economic warfare without firing a shot. China employs a disciplined long-term strategy, whereas the U.S. uses a status quo strategy.

We Are Losing the Economic Dominance Battle with China for the Following Reasons: Part II

China’s Playbook vs. U.S. Priorities: Part I

A Comparative Strategic White Paper Prepared for: Dan Harkey • Date: 11 December 2025 • Location: San Juan Capistrano, CA.

Who Moved My Marketing Cheese? Part II

Navigating Disruption in the Digital Age

The Complete Herding Dog Training Guide: Training My Dog, Daisy Jane

From Puppy Basics to Advanced Herding Skills

Dying, No One Cares, or Their Families Are So Poor They Cannot Afford a Proper Funeral.

How many people in the USA die, and no one claims them? They are the unclaimed bodies.

Herding Dogs: My Dog Daisy Jane

Guardians of the Flock and Masters of Instinct